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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

The Power of Parties for Kids' Health

Every spring, Virginia Beach turns into a stage for something bigger than just a good time. A night of music, food, and celebration brings people together to raise money for kids born with cleft lips and palates. The event is more than a party—it’s a fundraiser for a group that fixes these birth def

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Apr 20 2026SCIENCE

Science Stars Shine at Star-Studded Awards Night

Every year, science gets its own red-carpet moment in Santa Monica. A mix of Hollywood heavyweights, tech leaders, and top researchers gathered to celebrate the most exciting work in math, physics, and life sciences. The Breakthrough Prize has become a unique event where brainpower meets glamour. Wh

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Apr 19 2026FINANCE

Tax Time Troubles: Why Common Beliefs About Who Pays What Are Often Wrong

Every year in April, Americans spend over seven billion hours wrestling with tax paperwork and arguing about fairness. Most of those debates rely on five persistent myths. The first big one says rich people dodge their taxes. Actually, the top 1 percent of earners make about one-fifth of all income

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Apr 18 2026SPORTS

Champion Skier Turns Her Spotlight Into a Fight for Good

Eileen Gu is a 22‑year‑old freestyle skier who has won every major competition she’s entered. She grew up in the United States, studied at Stanford, and now competes for China, a choice that has sparked both praise and criticism. Her success means people love her, but they also hate her when she win

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Weekly ocean dips unite strangers into a tight-knit Newport Beach crew

Every Wednesday at dawn, a rotating cast of about 40 locals gathers under the Newport Beach Pier. They don’t just dip their toes—they dive straight into the Pacific without wetsuits. First come the shivers and the grumbles, but once they break through the waves, the cold turns into something almost

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Apr 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Graduation Speakers: Why Do Schools Pick Famous Faces?

Every year, colleges invite well-known people to address graduates instead of sticking to traditional choices like professors or local leaders. This trend sparks debate: Do famous speakers really bring value, or is it just about the hype? Some graduates will hear from Conan O’Brien at Harvard, wher

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Apr 17 2026HEALTH

Food for thought: What makes a diet truly healthy?

Experts often praise so-called "superfoods, " but the real magic lies in balance, not in single ingredients. Many trendy foods get attention for one nutrient, like antioxidants in berries or protein in quinoa, but health isn’t about chasing a single hero. A plate full of variety usually does more go

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Apr 17 2026SPORTS

Boston Marathon 2026: Where Runners, Stars, and Causes Collide

Every April, Boston turns into a running party with its famous 26. 2-mile race. Some people run for personal bests, but the event also attracts a mix of athletes, stars, and public figures. The 2026 lineup includes names you might recognize from sports, politics, TV, and even space. But this race is

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Apr 17 2026POLITICS

Plans to upgrade St. Paul's biggest event space without raising taxes

Every year over 2 million people visit St. Paul's main entertainment venue, a cluster of aging buildings from different eras that somehow still host everything from small concerts to college basketball tournaments. The city has tried before to get major upgrades funded, but each attempt has been rej

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Apr 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Student Ideas Could Shape Colorado’s Green Future

Every year, Colorado Mountain College gives its students a big stage to showcase their work on sustainability. This year, their free online conference on April 24 will run from 9 AM to noon, focusing on how local research can help mountain communities tackle environmental challenges. The event isn’t

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